The Christian Ministries degree program gives a fundamental preparation for church ministry in general, then allows the student to concentrate on an area of particular interest.

The student will choose one from the following concentrations:

Church Ministries Concentration (24 credits)
The goal of this concentration is to intensify the basic ministerial introduction in the degree core, providing a deeper, well-balanced education in the multifaceted ministry of the local church. This program will benefit those intending to serve in evangelistic ministries as well as those looking to minister as pastors.

Christian Education and Youth Ministry Concentration (24 credits)
The purpose of this concentration is to supply the student with additional education and training in the educational ministry of the church, combined with an introduction to the particular needs of youth. Electives may be chosen to weight the program toward one of these areas or the other, or may be combined to provide a good foundation in both areas.

Intercultural Ministries Concentration (24 credits)
The goal of this concentration is to prepare students for intercultural ministry if they aspire to ministryin cross-cultural settings. Students who are intending to serve in Native American ministry may want to consider this program since it can enhance the effectiveness of their ministry to those of other tribes and regions.

Bible and Theology Concentration (24 credits)
This concentration is designed to deepen the biblical knowledge of the student to a greater degree than is possible through the degree core. It allows the student who is comfortable with the amount of ministerial studies in the degree core to take advantage of the unique opportunity of resident studies at the College, spending the majority of their junior and senior years in the direct study of God's
Word.

Note: Students should be aware that completion of a degree in Christian Ministry alone does not in and of itself qualify one for ministerial credentials with the Assemblies of God. Completion of the degree merely meets the academic requirements required for credentials. Application for credentials must be made by separate action through the student's home district, and complete requirements are determined by the district presbytery in conjunction with the General Council. Each district has additional character, ministry experience, and other qualifications that must also be met. All questions regarding ministerial credentials with the Assemblies of God should be referred to the district through which the student wishes to receive credentials.